Wikis are a great tool that enhances education by providing students with more active learning. The learning is better tailored to individuals and allows for autonomy. Wikis are perfect for differentiated classrooms, because regardless of their learning style, social maturity, or comfort level with technology, all students can gain new understanding through the use of technology.
With wikis, students learn to:
negotiate
compromise
assist others through the use of technology
work collaborative
develop a sense of community
develop responsibility
take ownership of the work
Student's knowledge is socailly constructed when using wikis. Wikis promote social interaction.
The emphasis shifts from product to process where the student's work is evolving.
Student Impact